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  • Date: Apr 20, 2022 9:13:43 AM

Workstation

The workstation monitor displays images and scan, display, archive, network, service, and iLinq programs. It also displays protocol notes and physiological waveforms when they are activated. AutoView is always displayed in the upper right area of the monitor. All routine operations are carried out from this workstation monitor.

The monitor can be raised and lowered, tilted forward or backward, or rotated left to right. Adjust the monitor's height and tilt for a comfortable viewing position.

Figure 1. MR workstation

Computer

The computer is located in the cabinet stored below the desk.

Table 1. Computer components
ComponentDescription
ResetInsert a pin or ballpoint pen to press the button in the hole to reset the computer when the on/off button doesn't work.
USB portsUSB ports are used for:
  • exporting images
  • importing images to add to a Protocol Note
  • software installation
  • operator manual installation
Power buttonThe power button turns the computer on and off.
CD/DVD driveThe CD/DVD drive is used by service to install software and the operator manual.

The Read/Write CD/DVD drive is used to burn CDs or DVDs when using the CD/DVD for the following:

  • image storage
  • Data Export
  • Protocol Exchange

Keyboard

The keyboard contains all the keys you would find on any computer keyboard along with a few specialized buttons along the top. Standard keyboard keys and their functions include:

  • Delete or Backspace erases characters.
  • Enter confirms what is typed or selected.
  • Tab moves across the areas on the current screen.
  • Up or Down arrow keys move between text boxes or adjust window width or window level.
Figure 2. Keyboard auxiliary keys
Table 2. Keyboard
NumberSelectionDescription
1Emergency StopDisables all electrical power sources near the patient. It shuts down the RF (Radio Frequency), gradient amplifier, table movement, shim power supply, and main MRI magnet power supply cabinets. It will not quench the magnet or turn off the computer.
2eIFUThe eIFU symbol located by the Emergency Stop button indicates that there are electronic instructions for use on your MR system.
Figure 3. eIFU symbol
3In-bore volume controlRegulates the in-bore volume for the patient communication system.
4MR console volume controlRegulates the MR operator console volume for the patient communication system.
5Talk to patientActivates the intercom system so you can speak to the patient inside the bore. Press to talk, release to listen.
6Start ScanResumes scanning after pause or breath hold techniques.
7Pause ScanStops the scan temporarily.
8Stop ScanAborts a scan or prescan. Scan data is not saved or reconstructed.
9Move to ScanMoves the cradle to scan position when pressed.
10Stop MoveStops the cradle movement when pressed.
11PC IconsInactive.
12Function KeysActivates shortcuts in certain features.

Mouse

The mouse is a hand-operated device that you maneuver across the surface of a pad. As you move it, the on-screen cursor mimics the movement of the mouse, allowing you to move among windows and menus. For instance, moving the mouse to the right causes the on-screen cursor to move to the right. The mouse is used to make selections by clicking the left, right, and middle buttons.

Figure 4. Example of a mouse
Table 3. Mouse image legend
NumberDescription
1Left button
2Middle button
3Right button
Table 4. Mouse controls conventions
User manual instructionMouse action
ClickClick the left mouse button to select a button or icon.
Right-clickClick the right mouse button.
Middle-clickClick the middle mouse button.
Click and dragClick and hold the left mouse button down while dragging the cursor to the desired location.
Right-click and dragClick and hold the right mouse button down while dragging the cursor to the desired location.
Middle-click and dragClick and hold the middle mouse button down while dragging the cursor to the desired location.
Double-clickClick the left mouse button twice in rapid succession.
Triple-clickClick the left mouse button three times in rapid succession.